Portia Evans
Elkton,MD
Summary
Motivated Paraprofessional with solid 7-year track record of managing diverse children in classroom settings. Well-versed in lesson plan assistance, recordkeeping and teacher assistance. Dedicated to helping students learn and grow. Seeking to utilize skillset for case management purposes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Stepping Stones Group LLC
Bear, DE
09.2023 - Current
- Administer assessments to determine student's academic performance levels.
- Collaborate with special education staff to develop Individualized Education Plans.
- Optimize student supports through collaboration with in house additional services.
- Collect data and write a comprehensive narrative on notable behaviors.
- Utilize behavioral management and academic nuances proven to increase students' time on task from 4 minutes to 15 minutes currently in the third quarter.
Assistant Manager
Family Dollar
Elkton, MD
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Assisted in the development of operational strategies to ensure efficient and productive operations.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
- Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
Childcare Lead Teacher
The Little Disciples Child Care Center
Elkton, MD
10.2017 - 05.2023
- Maintained positive relationships with parents by communicating regularly in daily detailed narratives about their child's development.
- Developed lesson plans that were age appropriate and met the needs of each individual child.
- Conducted on going progress monitoring to track development according to developmental milestones provided by the Maryland State Dept of Education.
- Increased 18-24 month olds' vocabulary on average 90-250 words in a year span.
- Implemented behavior management strategies such as positive reinforcement to encourage desired behaviors.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment according to Maryland State Licensure Standard.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
American InterContinental University
Schaumburg, IL08-2025
Childhood Development Certification -
Howard Community College
Columbia, MD08-2017
Preschool And Infant Development Certification -
Howard Community College
Columbia, MD08-2017
High School Diploma -
Wilde Lake High School
Columbia, MD05-2009
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NHSkills
- Academic Instruction
- Student Learning Support
- Preparing Instructional Materials
- Teacher Support And Collaboration
- Calm And Patient Demeanor
- Social Development And Integration
- Relationship Building
- Classroom Inclusion
- Lesson Planning
- Reading And Writing Support
- Lesson Development
- Multicultural Awareness
- Clerical Support
- Computer Skills
- Social Support
- Behavior Management
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Stepping Stones Group LLC
09.2023 - Current
Assistant Manager
Family Dollar
05.2023 - 11.2023
Childcare Lead Teacher
The Little Disciples Child Care Center
10.2017 - 05.2023
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
American InterContinental University
Childhood Development Certification -
Howard Community College
Preschool And Infant Development Certification -
Howard Community College
High School Diploma -
Wilde Lake High School
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
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